Thursday, October 07, 2010

National Chess Day Oct 9th!

The Boylston Chess Club is having a chess tournament on October 9th to celebrate National Chess Day. No excuses-- you should come. For details, click here.

Here are the details of the Senate Resolution:

Senate Resolution 672:

A resolution designating October 9, 2010, as "National Chess Day" to enhance awareness and encourage students and adults to engage in a game known to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Sponsor:
Sen. John Rockefeller [D-WV]

Cosponsors:
Kay Hutchison [R-TX]

This resolution has been passed in the Senate, which is the end of the legislative process for simple resolutions. The resolution now takes effect. [Last Updated: Oct 1, 2010 8:05AM]

Sep 29, 2010: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Votes:
Sep 29, 2010: This resolution passed in the Senate by Unanimous Consent. A record of each senator’s position was not kept.

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